Katie Hammel
Writer and editor
I am an experienced editor, travel writer, and content marketer skilled in social media, managing a team of writers, creating community/marketing initiatives, and developing business partnerships.
PROJECTS
BBC
The unexpected philosophy Icelanders live by
If Iceland were to have a national slogan, it would be ‘þetta reddast’, which roughly translates to the idea that everything will work out all right in the end.
Condé Nast Traveler
How to Help Napa Valley Recover from the California Wildfires
It all started on Sunday, October 8, when a spark in Northern California quickly evolved into some of the deadliest wildfires in state history. They spread through Napa Valley, consuming whole towns in Sonoma, Mendocino, and Yuba counties; the latest estimate from Cal Fire, the state's firefighting agency, puts the death toll at 42 across the state. An estimated 8,400 buildings have been destroyed; 245,000 acres scorched; and more than 100,000 California residents were forced to evacuate.
The...
m.sfgate.com
'Good life' of Wine Country with small-town charm in Forestville ...
'Good life' of Wine Country with small-town charm i...
farandwide.com
Traditional Icelandic Cuisine Every Visitor Must Try
A windswept country devoid of trees, where the summers are short and the winters are long and dark — Iceland doesn’t exactly sound like a paradise for culinary travelers. And the truth is, the country has never been thought of as a great foodie destination. For centuries, people had to get by with a limited amount of produce, whatever fish they could pull from the sea, and lamb. Lots of lamb.
shermanstravel.com
Piedmont: Italy's Budget-Friendly Wine Destination
Tucked away in northwest Italy, about 120 miles from the Swiss border as the crow flies, the region of Piedmont (Piemonte in Italian) is home to one of the boot’s most prolific wine producing areas, the Langhe.
NY Daily News
Bordeaux is more than just wine country — it's culturally rich
Once known as La Belle Endormie (Sleeping Beauty), Bordeaux — and the wine region that surrounds it — has fully awoken.
shermanstravel.com
10 Icelandic Natural Wonders You Can See for Free
Like many Nordic countries, Iceland is pricey. But there's one major draw for budget travelers: Many of the country's most spectacular natural attractions are free. Here are 10 awe-inspiring sights in Iceland that you won’t spend a single króna to enjoy.
Condé Nast Traveler
Napa After The Quake: Wine Tasting Is Back On - Condé Nast Traveler
Napa After The Quake: Wine Tasting Is Back On - Con...
BBC
BBC - Travel - Hiking to the top of Jasper National Park : Hiking ...
BBC - Travel - Hiking to the top of Jasper National...
NY Daily News
Detroit is finally on the verge of a real renaissance - NY Daily News
Detroit is finally on the verge of a real renaissan...
Condé Nast Traveler
The One Dish to Eat in Iceland - Condé Nast Traveler
The One Dish to Eat in Iceland - Condé Nast Travele...
thepointsguy.com
The WOW Air $99-Fare Guide to IcelandThe Points Guy
The WOW Air $99-Fare Guide to IcelandThe Points Guy...
BBC
BBC Travel - Where waterfalls outnumber people
The Westfjords are the wildest and most rugged corner of an already wild and rugged country. But those who make the journey find some of Iceland’s most beautiful and untouched scenery.
